Purple tea, a distinctive Thái Nguyên specialty

Beyond its pleasant aroma and delicious taste, purple tea is recognised as a medicinal plant, offering numerous health benefits related to protecting the body from stress and helping to keep it hydrated without a caffeine overload.

Unspoilt charm of Mũi Vi Rồng lures visitors to Gia Lai

Nestling in Tân Phụng 2 village of Phù Mỹ Đông commune, Mũi Vì Rồng (Dragon Fin Cape) is emerging as one of Gia Lai province's most captivating coastal attractions, drawing travellers eager to discover its pristine landscapes, dramatic rock formations and local legends.

Literary classic reimagined for modern audiences

The production premiered recently at Hòa Bình Theatre in Hòa Hưng Ward, HCM City, attracting an audience of 2,000 people. It combines various art forms, including circus, singing, dance and visual arts.

An ancient sound endures in Trường Sơn

From the bamboo and reeds of the Trường Sơn forests, the Bru Vân Kiều fashion flutes for different purposes — the Sáo Khui for daily life alongside the Sa Nớt epic, and the Sáo Pi and Sáo Sui for sacred rituals.

Beyond preservation: Unlocking the value of Việt Nam's heritage

Dr Nguyễn Thu Hạnh, director of the Centre for Research and Development of Việt Nam Cultural Industry, said Việt Nam has traditionally focused on preserving heritage rather than creating new value from it. The key obstacle, she noted, is the weak connection between heritage and science, technology, education, design, communications and the marketplace, limiting its economic, educational and social impact despite the country's abundant cultural resources.

Discover Moscow debuts Vietnamese-language tourism platform

Accessible at https://discover.moscow/vi, the platform provides a one-stop source of travel information, featuring practical guidance, seasonal itineraries and planning tips for visitors. It showcases the city's key attractions, cultural routes, parks, events, restaurants, shopping destinations and family-friendly activities, enabling travellers to organise their trips before arriving in Moscow.

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